When a Beam of White Light Passes Through a Glass

question 62

Multiple Choice

When a beam of white light passes through a glass prism, it is separated into its component colors. What is this called?

• A) diffraction
• B) dispersion
• C) selective scattering
• D) iridescence

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Definitions:

Fetus's Lungs

The developing respiratory organs in a fetus, which undergo significant growth and maturation during pregnancy to prepare for air breathing after birth.

Breathing Air

The process of inhaling oxygen and exhaling carbon dioxide, essential for life in most organisms.

Arm Buds

Early stages in embryonic development during which the limbs begin to form and differentiate from the main body.

Leg Buds

Early embryonic structures that eventually develop into the legs in various animals, including humans.